HR Generalist

Johnstone Supply LLC • Joliet, IL

5d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The HR Generalist supports a positive and engaging employee experience across the full employee life cycle by providing guidance to employees and leaders on HR programs. The role delivers responsive HR support in recruitment, onboarding, total rewards, compliance, and employee relations, aligned with business needs and company culture.

The HR Generalist serves as a primary HR contact for assigned areas or locations, helping employees and leaders navigate HR needs, programs, and policies. The position supports employee relations, recruitment and onboarding, payroll, benefits and other total rewards programs, leaves, workers’ compensation, HR systems, and compliant records management. The role frequently travels across assigned locations and may spend occasional time in warehouse environments.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related discipline and at least three years of experience as an HR Generalist or HR Specialist, with proficiency in at least three HR disciplines, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance are required for vehicle travel. SHRM-CP or PHR certification is preferred. Compensation is $60,000–$70,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related discipline, plus at least three years of experience as an HR Generalist or HR Specialist with proficiency in at least three HR disciplines, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required for vehicle travel.
• General knowledge of human resources management principles, including hiring, training, orientation, coaching, and employee evaluation.
• General knowledge of employment laws and regulations, particularly federal and state leave laws, ADA, and EEO.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret information and translate it into recommendations and guidance.
• General knowledge of employee health and welfare benefit plans and administration.
• Strong technical aptitude and experience with HRIS/HCM systems and data interfaces.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint, and competency with HRIS and other job-related technologies.
• Problem-solving skills, including listening to, interpreting, and meeting others’ needs and diagnosing and resolving problems.
• Organization skills, including tracking information and prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Excellent customer service and the ability to communicate with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Ability to use independent judgment, create and follow standardized procedures, and complete paperwork and required documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate in different formats with varied audiences.
• English proficiency in written and spoken communication is required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust-based relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, empathy, and diplomacy; work in a team-based environment; and listen to identify concerns and needs.

Nice To Haves

• SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
• Experience with UKG, ADP, Workday, or similar HRIS/HCM platforms.
• Multilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent company culture in employee interactions and support an inclusive, welcoming workplace.
• Administer, coordinate, and support assigned HR programs and initiatives across the company or assigned locations.
• Serve as a contact for leaders on employee matters and policy application; provide or support coaching on performance management and discipline based on experience.
• Conduct or participate in preliminary investigations and concern intake; escalate issues and recommendations to the HRBP and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Assist leaders with corrective actions, including drafting and reviewing related documents, and share trends and recommendations with HR leadership.
• Serve as the primary HR contact for assigned locations or areas, answering questions and routing needs to appropriate specialists or resources.
• Support employee recognition and engagement efforts, communicate with assigned locations, and lead or coordinate engagement programs when assigned.
• Drive end-to-end recruitment for assigned locations or geographies using HRIS/HCM and talent acquisition platforms; partner with hiring managers and support interviewing and onboarding best practices.
• Lead onboarding from offer acceptance through new-hire integration, coordinate with hiring leaders and cross-functional teams, and conduct follow-ups to support retention and the new-hire experience.
• Support total rewards programs, including benefits, wellness, and tuition reimbursement; coordinate enrollment meetings and events, provide analysis and research, answer employee questions, and share recommendations and feedback.
• Work with appropriate personnel to help ensure accurate and timely payroll processing and support payroll, leave, and attendance-related needs.
• Serve as a point of contact for leave needs, administer leave programs, and ensure compliance, communication, case management, documentation, and reporting.
• Act as an employee-facing workers’ compensation liaison from initial intake through case management and resolution.
• Respond to employment-related requests, including unemployment claims, employment verifications, and other inquiries.
• Use HRIS/HCM and other technical platforms to administer programs and support employees and leaders; provide user training and assist with integration and problem resolution.
• Maintain accurate and timely information and records across systems, ensuring confidentiality, privacy compliance, and precise HRIS/HCM data entry.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO).
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediate vesting.
• Holiday pay for 7.5 holidays per year.
• Paid parental bonding time.
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Voluntary long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• 24/7 access to virtual care and telehealth options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Wellbeing program with the opportunity to earn reduced medical costs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Employee service milestone recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level